How spicy are grilled pork steaks?

These pork steaks have an exciting, tongue-tingling kick to them. Both the Nashville hot seasoning and the mop sauce contain heat.

Can I use this Monroe County dip on other proteins?

Yes. Try this mop sauce on other cuts of pork such as pork tenderloin or pork chops. You could also dip wings or chicken drummies in this.

What is the best temperature for pork steaks?

Take them off the grill at around 145°F for medium-rare. Resting for a few minutes is also highly recommended.

How long should pork steaks be cooked?

Grilling pork steaks only takes about 10 minutes. It depends on how thick the steaks are sliced, but roughly 4-5 minutes per side. This recipe flips often and bastes with the mop sauce, slightly increasing the time, but building lots of additional flavor.

Grilled Pork Steaks - Chiles and Smoke

Name: Grilled Pork Steaks
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 4 thin-sliced pork shoulder steaks; 2 tablespoons Nashville Hot Seasoning (or preferred BBQ rub); 1 stick unsalted butter; 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar; 1/2 cup white vinegar; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons hot sauce (more for heat); 2 tablespoons finely ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon ground cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon Kosher salt

Ingredients

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4 thin-sliced pork shoulder steaks
2 tablespoons Nashville Hot Seasoning (or preferred BBQ rub)

Mop Sauce

1 stick unsalted butter
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons hot sauce (more for heat)
2 tablespoons finely ground black pepper
1 tablespoon ground cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon Kosher salt

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Instructions

Season the pork steaks. Allow the pork to rest for about 15 minutes at room temperature while the grill heats up.
Melt the basting ingredients together. Add all of the ingredients for the baste to a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Melt everything and whisk to dissolve the honey and salt. Keep warm on low.
Preheat the charcoal grill for 2-zone cooking with medium heat. Add hardwood chips or a chunk at this time if using. Place the basting saucepan on the cool side.
Grill the pork steaks. Place them on the grill over the coals, allowing them to cook for about 2-3 minutes to develop some char before flipping. Baste the sauce lightly on the steaks each time you flip, continuing to flip every couple of minutes. If the steaks flare up or are cooking too quickly, move them to the cool side of the grill for a minute. Cook until the pork registers about 145°F for medium-rare.
Remove the steaks and baste one last time with the sauce. Allow the pork steaks to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Don’t worry if you didn’t hit your target of 145°F and overcooked your pork steaks. They will still be delicious with the mop sauce delivering bold flavor and moisture.
Because of the fat in the pork steaks and the butter in the mop sauce, make sure you watch for flare-ups. You can move them to indirect heat for control.

Author: Brad Prose
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes